The IU Kokomo women's golf team finished second at the French Lick Springs Women's Golf Classic, falling short to Carthage College by 14 strokes. Hailey Stegemann shone individually, capturing the medalist title with a two-round score of 157. The Cougars began the tournament in third place after the first round but improved significantly in the final round. Coach Brandi Jones praised the team's performance on challenging courses.

By the Numbers
  • IU Kokomo's two-round total: 713 (363 in Round 1, 350 in Round 2).
  • Hailey Stegemann's score: 157 (79 in Round 1, 78 in Round 2, +13 overall).
  • Chloe McFaddin finished fifth with a total of 174 (+30).
State of Play
  • Cougars moved from third to second after a strong second round.
  • Carthage College finished with a total of 699, leading by a considerable margin.
  • The tournament took place on the Donald Ross and Pete Dye courses, notable venues in golf.
What's Next

The Cougars will host the IUK Spring Shootout on April 18-19, providing another opportunity to showcase their skills.

Bottom Line

The IU Kokomo women's golf team's strong finish, highlighted by Stegemann's individual success, sets a positive tone leading into future competitions. Their performance indicates a growing competitiveness that can bolster confidence moving forward.